2007 BMW 740 vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett. 2007 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
